precedence
/ˈpresɪdəns/If one thing takes precedence over another, it is regarded as more important than the other thing. 优先性
noun [抽象名词] （重要性或地位的）领先，优先权；地位先后，级别高低
Have as much fun as possible at college, but don't let it take precedence over work. 在大学里尽情地玩，但别让玩乐优先于学习。
pre(前) + ced(走) + ence → 走在前面 → 优先
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- Before the rules of diplomatic precedence were worked out in the early sixteenth century, rival ambassadors often fought for the most honourable seating position at a ceremony. 在16世纪早期外交优先规则制定之前，敌对的大使经常在仪式上争夺最尊贵的座位。
- Firstly, all existing supplies of helium ought to be conserved and released only by permit, with medical uses receiving precedence over other commercial or recreational demands. 首先，所有现有的氦供应应该被保存下来，并且只有在获得许可的情况下才能释放，医疗用途应优先于其他商业或娱乐需求。
- All existing supplies of helium ought to be conserved and released only by permit, with medical uses receiving precedence over other commercial or recreational demands. 现有的所有氦供给应该被保存下来，并且只有在获得许可的情况下才能释放，医疗用途优先于其他商业或娱乐需求。